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Ortho-K, short for orthokeratology, uses custom gas-permeable contact lenses worn overnight to gently reshape the front surface of the eye while your child sleeps. In the morning, the lenses come out, and many children can see clearly during the day without glasses or daytime contact lenses. The effect is temporary, so consistent nightly wear is needed to maintain results. Ciotti Eye Care offers Ortho-K as part of its myopia management services in the Riverview area.

You lock your doors at night, and you wash your hands before eating. You think carefully about what enters your body. But there is one entry point most people never consider securing: their eyes. The eyes are among the most exposed and vulnerable organs in the human body. Unlike the skin, which f...

Spring and summer bring longer days, warmer weather, and, for millions, hay fever. While most people reach for antihistamines to manage sneezing and a runny nose, the eyes are often the most uncomfortable battleground. Itchy, red, watery eyes can make the warmer months genuinely difficult, but wi...

Blinking is one of the most automatic things your body does. You do it thousands of times a day without a second thought. But this small, reflexive action plays a surprisingly large role in keeping your eyes healthy and comfortable. Here is what happens every time you blink, and why it matters. B...

Tanning beds are marketed as a convenient way to keep a sun-kissed glow year-round. But while most people know about the skin cancer risks, far fewer think about what that UV exposure is doing to their eyes. The answer may surprise you. The UV Threat You Can't See Tanning beds emit ultraviolet ra...

Dry eye is not always just a nuisance. For some people, it becomes a persistent, inflammatory condition that disrupts daily comfort and can damage the ocular surface over time. When standard options like artificial tears, prescription drops, lid hygiene, or in-office dry eye therapies are not enough, optometrists may recommend an amniotic membrane as an advanced step to help calm the surface of the eye and support recovery.

If you get frequent headaches, your eyes might be the cause. Many people reach for pain relievers without realizing that an underlying vision problem could be driving their discomfort. Understanding the link between your eyes and your head pain is the first step toward lasting relief. How Eye Str...

Scheduling an eye exam can feel like a low priority, especially if your vision seems fine. But routine eye exams are about much more than updating your glasses prescription. They give your eye doctor a chance to detect early signs of conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and even diabetes, often b...

Your lenses are a significant investment in your vision and your health. Whether you wear glasses, contact lenses, or both, taking care of them properly means clearer vision, fewer replacements, and healthier eyes. Here are some practical tips to keep your lenses in great shape. Cleaning Your Gla...

Dry, irritated, or watery eyes are often brushed off as minor annoyances. But if symptoms persist, they may signal dry eye disease - a common condition that affects tear quality, tear quantity, or both. At Ciotti Eye Care, diagnosing dry eye starts with a comprehensive eye exam designed to uncover the root cause of your discomfort.